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iGaming NewCast: UM News - 17-12-2024
Summary
Gaming Industry Updates: Key Highlights
KSA Expands CRUKS Awareness Campaign
The Dutch gambling regulator, KSA, has launched phase two of its CRUKS awareness campaign titled “Pack your life again, take a gambling stop.” Targeting young adults prone to gambling issues, the campaign uses social media to emphasize the value of personal relationships and the dangers of gambling addiction. CRUKS, introduced in 2021 under the Remote Gambling Act, ensures operators check all players against the self-exclusion list. Upcoming reforms aim to strengthen responsible gambling policies as 2024 concludes.
SmartSoft Introduces Partners’ Club
SmartSoft has launched the Partners’ Club, an initiative to foster collaboration in the gaming sector. During a three-day event in Georgia, industry leaders gathered to network and explore future projects. Managing Partner Guga Gotsadze emphasized that partnerships are at the heart of SmartSoft’s mission, creating opportunities for shared success. Club members gain exclusive resources and insights, ensuring mutual growth in the evolving iGaming landscape.
Brazil Tightens Gambling Regulations
Brazil has approved licenses for 71 online operators, ensuring compliance with strict security and anti-money laundering measures. Each license requires a $5.2 million entry fee, with strict rules banning bonuses and ads. Non-compliance results in daily fines of up to $8,671. These measures aim to regulate Brazil’s booming gambling market, set to fully launch in 2025.
SOFTSWISS Jackpot Surpasses €1 Million
SOFTSWISS’ Prime Network Jackpot has reached a milestone, surpassing €1 million in prize value—ten times its initial offering. Integrated into partner casinos, the jackpot enhances engagement and player retention. Anhelina Stasiuk, Head of Business Line, described the achievement as a step toward delivering industry-leading solutions for global operators.
Brazil Bans Online ‘Animal Lottery’
Brazilian authorities have banned online versions of the popular animal lottery, citing links to organized crime. Operators are strictly prohibited from offering games resembling the lottery, with regulators focusing on distinguishing legal betting products from illegal activities. The decision reflects Brazil’s ongoing efforts to regulate its gambling industry and ensure compliance with federal laws.
